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Grants for Homeless Shelters: Where and How to Apply

Qgiv

Homelessness is a significant problem in the United States. According to the National Alliance to End Homelessness’ 2021 State of Homelessness report , there were 580,466 people in the United States who were experiencing homelessness in 2020, 30% of which were families with children. State and local government agencies.

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Breaking the cycle: Supporting veterans and military families’ basic needs in local communities 

Candid

Such “bad paper” discharges can severely limit access to veterans’ benefits, leading to cascading effects on education, employment, housing, and overall well-being—including heightened risks of homelessness; anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and traumatic brain injury; substance misuse; and suicide. “By

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How To Build An Advocacy-Driven Nonprofit Board

Bloomerang

Advocacy sparks public awareness, debate, and progress on the most important issues facing our society and impacting your charity. ” It includes public education, regulatory work, litigation, and work before administrative bodies, lobbying, nonpartisan voter registration, nonpartisan voter education, and more.

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Resources to Help Those Impacted By Hurricane Ian

Blue Fox

Brevard Homeless Coalition The lead agency for the Continuum of Care and management of homelessness in Brevard County. Natural disasters rightfully take our focus when they hit, but that tends to pull focuses from the causes in our communities that rely on fundraising for general support. Johns | co.st-johns.fl.us

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The Fresh, New Approach For How Governmental Leaders Achieve Unparalleled Success

Eric Jacobsen Blog

The new book, Bridgebuilders , should be on the reading list of every public official, CEO, and civic leader. Bridgebuilding is the fresh, new approach that strengthens institutions, and government agencies by breaking free from organizational boxes and rigid, top-down leadership,” explains Eggers and Kettl. Eggers and Donald F.

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#AI4Good: Artificial Intelligence & Wellbeing, Ethical Dilemmas, and More

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

A recent study from two researchers affiliated with the Stanford Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence (HAI) has challenged the public perception about AI’s negative impact on society due to the “robots taking over jobs.” Chronic Homelessness Artificial Intelligence model (CHAI) . This is a more macro lens.

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From Novice To Champion: Empowering Board Members

Bloomerang

A strong and effective board can help provide strategic direction, keep your finances in check, and uphold a high standard of governance. Board match programs in your community that your local community foundation or United Way may offer. Few things are more critical to your nonprofit’s success than your board of directors.